District dominance over Mott, Oxford

  BY JACK KUCZMANSKI Clarkston News Student Writer The Clarkston Softball team entered hostile Dragon territory this past Saturday, and after two dominant pitching and hitting performances they emerged as MHSAA District Champions. The girls began their championship campaign at noon against the Corsairs of Waterford Mott, and within a minute it was clear the […]

Athletes of the Week: Mountaineers state bound

Clarkston Everest Collegiate climbed to success during their spring season and are preparing for their first trip to MHSAA Division 4 Girls Tennis State Championship this Friday and Saturday in Holly. The co-op team with players from Everest Collegiate, Oakland Christian and Lutheran Northwest finished in second place during their regional tournament at University Liggett […]

Loss avenged in playoffs

BY WENDI REARDON PRICE Clarkston News Sports Writer The last time the Wolves faced Lake Orion they walked away with a loss – now with growth and more experience under their belts they are looking for a win and regional crown in their next match up against the Dragons on Wednesday, May 31. “We have […]

Athletes of the Week: Riverdawgs battle for championship

The Clarkston Riverdawgs 9U competed in the 2017 Clarkston Classic and made it to the championship game for the second year in a row, April 28-30. The championship game against WOW Baseball was tied going into the fourth inning at 6-6. WOW battled back scoring seven more runs and the Dawgs added one more run […]

Victory at Pops tournament

BY WENDI REARDON PRICE Clarkston News Sports Writer The Wolves were victorious at the new Roy “Pops” Warner Classic tournament last Saturday as they went 3-0 for the day. “I liked the way we battled,” said Phil Price, head coach for Clarkston Varsity Baseball. “Playing three games in one day is tough. Mentally they battled […]

Running into post-season

BY WENDI REARDON PRICE Clarkston News Sports Writer The Wolves have their sights set on Friday as they head into the MHSAA Track and Field Regional meet and a chance to qualify for the state meet. Kevin Breen, head coach for the boys and girls teams, noted they are looking for individuals to place at […]

Hits drive way to wins for Lady Wolves

BY WENDI REARDON PRICE Clarkston News Sports Writer Hard hitting and tough defense toppled two OAA Red teams for the Clarkston Varsity Softball team last week. “They got the job done,” said Don Peters, head coach of the Lady Wolves. “They were all business. It’s four more league wins – that’s always good.” The Lady […]

Kick off summer with camps

The school year is close to the end and registration is open for summer camps through Clarkston Community Education. Clarkston Varsity Baseball Head Coach Phil Price hosts Summer Baseball Clinics for players ages 7-14 with two sessions. The first session is for beginner to intermediate level players, June 19-22; the second session is for high […]

Varsity loss breeds lacrosse competition

BY WENDI REARDON PRICE Clarkston News Sports Writer The Wolves are looking forward to their next round of competition after going through their most recent loss. They posted a 12-7 loss last Thursday to Troy Athens. Jordon Sommerville opened the game with the first goal for the Wolves, 90 seconds into the game. Keelan McKouen […]

5-game winning streak

BY WENDI REARDON PRICE Clarkston News Sports Writer Lady Kickers finished last Friday’s game on a streak going five games undefeated with a 2-1 win over Farmington. Senior Maddy Dooling scored both times in each half for the Clarkston Girls Varsity Soccer team with senior Jessica Bennett assisting both times. “Good performances from everybody,” Damian […]